Professionals

ADA expands policy on screening for oral and oropharyngeal cancers.

by Jill Meyer-Lippert November 03, 2019

The American Dental Society has announced resolution 65H-2019, recommending dentists perform routine visual and tactile examinations for oral and o...

Posted in Cancer, Head and Neck Cancer, Oral Cancer, Oral Cancer Screenings

Cancer Survivors Share Their Top Concerns in NCCS Survivorship Survey, Indicating Significant Gaps In Care

by Jill Meyer-Lippert September 30, 2019

Cancer Survivors Share Their Top Concerns in NCCS Survivorship Survey, Indicating Significant Gaps In Care

The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS) conducted an online survey as part of its Elevating Survivorship initiative with the goal to ...

Posted in Cancer, Side Effect Support, Side Effects, survivorship

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Side Effect Support's Founder On Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 03, 2019

Side Effect Support's Founder On Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran

Learn more about Side Effect Support and the services offered on Dentistry Uncensored with Howard Farran

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, dentistry uncensored, Dry Mouth, Head and Neck Cancer, Howard Farran, ID For Life, mouth sores, Oral Cancer, Oral Cancer Foundation, Oral Cancer Screenings, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Mucositis, OralHealth, OralID, radiation, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, xerostomia, xylitol

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Side Effect Support's Story In Hygienetown

by Jill Meyer-Lippert May 03, 2019

Side Effect Support's Story In Hygienetown

It is a great honor to share the story of Side Effect Support with Hygienetown! You can access and share our story by clicking on the photo below:...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Dry Mouth, hygienetown, Jill Meyer-Lippert, mouth sores, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Oral Mucositis, Side Effects, Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate, xerostomia, xylitol

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Understanding Risks of MRONJ In Cancer Patients

by Jill Meyer-Lippert January 13, 2019

Understanding Risks of MRONJ In Cancer Patients

photo credit: Update on Medicated-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, Dental Academy of CE Published: January, 13 2019 Cancer survivors are at...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Medicated Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, Medicated-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw, MRONJ, Oral Health, Oral Hygiene, Osteonecrosis, Side Effects

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Glycomics Technology For Dry Mouth Relief

by Jill Meyer-Lippert October 20, 2018

Glycomics Technology For Dry Mouth Relief

Dry mouth is a common problem that leaves one at high risk for damage to oral health and diminished quality-of-life. The lack of protective element...

Posted in anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, Arginine, Cancer, Chitosan, Chitosan Argininamide, dry mouth, Moisyn, Oral Health, xerostomia

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Oral Health Concerns of Liquid Medications

by Jill Meyer-Lippert February 04, 2018

Oral Health Concerns of Liquid Medications

Liquid formulations of medications are often prescribed for adults and children who are receiving treatment for cancer. Chemotherapy or radiation-i...

Posted in Cancer, cavities, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Enamel Erosion, Magic Mouthwash, Oral Health, Side Effects, tooth decay

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Oral Health Professionals’ Role in Early Skin Cancer Detection

by Jill Meyer-Lippert March 23, 2017

Oral Health Professionals’ Role in Early Skin Cancer Detection

By: Dr. Betsy Wernli, Board-Certified Dermatologist Skin cancer is a common and increasing problem. According to the American Academy of Dermatolog...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Head and Neck Cancer, Oral Cancer Screenings, skin cancer

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P. Gingivalis Associated with Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

by Jill Meyer-Lippert December 04, 2016

P. Gingivalis Associated with Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma

The American Cancer Society estimates there will be an estimated 13,460 new cases of esophageal cancers in the United States 2016. Cancers of the e...

Posted in Cancer, Childhood Cancer, Esophageal Cancer, OralHealth, Periodontal Disease

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Breaking Barriers - Communication Between Dental and Medical Professionals When Treating the Head and Neck Cancer Survivor

by Jill Meyer-Lippert July 18, 2016

We are thrilled to share these much needed guidelines and easy to use form to assist communication between radiation oncologists and dental profess...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Oral Cancer, Oral Health, OralCancer, OralHealth, OralSystemicLink, Side Effects

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Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate for Prevention and Treatment of Oral Mucositis

by Jill Meyer-Lippert February 27, 2016

Oral mucositis (OM) is a common complication and one of the greatest treatment-limiting toxicities associated with chemotherapy or radiation therap...

Posted in Cancer, chemotherapy, Dental Oncology, Magic Mouthwash, mouth sores, Oral Cancer, Oral Health, Oral Mucositis, SalivaCAINE, SalivaMAX, Side Effects, Supersaturated Calcium Phosphate

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The American Academy of Dental Oncology

by Jill Meyer-Lippert November 10, 2015

Dallas, TX is gearing up for the very first session of the newly formed American Academy of Dental Oncology. AADO has partnered with leading medica...

Posted in Cancer, Dental Oncology, Oral Health

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